Lymphoma is a type of blood cancer that develops from the lymphocytes, whereas a lymphocyte is a type of White Blood Cell (WBC). The growth of tumors in the lymphocytes causes lymphoma. The tumors affect the blood, lymph nodes, thymus,  bone marrow, and lymphatic system. There are many subtypes of lymphoma, but lymphoma is the most commonly divided into two types, Non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma (majority of cases) and Hodgkin’s lymphoma. The two types are mainly divided based on how they develop, spread, and are treated. A lymph node is a small bean-shaped structure in our body’s immune system t ..read more

Lymphoma refers to a family of cancers in the lymphatic system. It accounts for about 3% of cancers. The lymphatic system includes the organs, tissues, and vessels in the immune system responsible for fighting disease and infection throughout the body. Lymphoma affects the blood and the lymphatic system – that includes lymph nodes (like the ones in your neck that get swollen when you have a bad cold), the spleen, bone marrow, and an immune gland in the chest called the thymus. When lymphocytes (the white blood cells of the lymphatic system) undergo a malignant change, they abnormally reproduc ..read more

The stomach is part of the body’s digestive system. It produces acids and enzymes that break down food before passing it to the small intestine. Cancer can develop in any part of the stomach and spread up towards the esophagus (the tube that connects the mouth to the stomach) or down into the small intestine or to adjacent organs like the gallbladder, bile duct and pancreas. There are four layers of tissue composing the wall of the stomach. The innermost layer is called the mucosa and is where approximately 90% to 95% of stomach cancer begins. This type of tumor is called Adenocarcinoma. Less ..read more

Lung cancer is an uncontrolled growth of abnormal cells in one or both lungs. It is one of the most common cancers in the world. It can develop in any part of the lung, and grow and spread to lymph nodes and other organs. This cancer usually starts in the lining of the bronchi (the main airways of the lungs), but can also begin in other areas of the respiratory system, including the trachea, bronchioles, or alveoli. Types of Lung Cancer  There are two major types of lung cancer: Non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC), which occurs in 85%– 90% of all cases Small cell lung cancer (SCLC), aggr ..read more

Skin cancer may manifest in abnormal growth of skin cells in areas that gain exposure to the sun. Yet, it is not uncommon to observe them in areas that are otherwise hidden from sun exposure. Depending on the type of cells involved in the formation of skin cancer, three broad categories may emerge. The three prominent types of skin cancer are basal cell carcinoma, melanoma, and squamous cell carcinoma. To reduce the incidence of contracting skin cancer, exposure to ultraviolet radiation emitting from the sun should be limited. Early diagnosis is key to controlling the further spread ..read more

Cancer, also known as malignancy, is the cell’s abnormal growth in any body part, be it skin, lung, colon, and even prostate. Contrary to popular belief, prostate cancer is a common medical condition, generally affecting men over the age of 50. In India alone, we had approx 30,185 cases of prostate cancer in 2020. If diagnosed early, its treatment showcases a high success rate, so patients must consult a doctor as soon as they notice any symptoms. The prostate partakes in several critical body functions like: Breeding the fluid that transports and nourishes sperm Exc ..read more

What is Sarcoma? A sarcoma is a rare kind of cancer. Sarcomas grow in connective tissue — cells that connect or support other kinds of tissue in your body. These tumours are most common in the bones, muscles, tendons, cartilage, nerves, fat, and blood vessels of your arms and legs, but they can also happen in other areas of your body. Although there are more than 50 types of sarcoma, they can be grouped into two main kinds: soft tissue sarcoma and bone sarcoma, or osteosarcoma. It is made up of many “subtypes” because it can arise from a variety of tissue structures. Because these tissues are ..read more

Cancer is a group of diseases characterized by uncontrolled cell division that leads to abnormal tissue growth. There are over 200 different known cancers that affect humans. Cancers may be classified by their primary site of origin or by their histological or tissue types. Most of the cancers which arise from someplace of origin are named from where they start. The cancers may be of specific types like breast cancer, lung cancer, prostate cancer, liver cancer renal cell carcinoma (kidney cancer), oral cancer, bra ..read more

The incidences of ovarian cancer may not be as high as that of breast cancer. Nonetheless, ovarian cancer is a matter of concern because often it’s diagnosed when cancer has already spread to the pelvis and abdomen. Why is early detection difficult? Are there any ways to detect ovarian cancer before it becomes too late? Let’s find out. The issue with early detection Symptoms rarely show up at the onset of ovarian cancer. Even if they do, they are so generic that they are often mistaken to be signs of common harmless health conditions and hence are often not even noticed. These symptoms[1] inc ..read more

Coined by the German biochemist Paul Ehrlich, the term chemotherapy means – treatment by chemical substances.[1] Therefore, chemotherapy is all about using chemical drugs and powerful medicines to kill cancer cells. Here’s all you need to know about chemotherapy: What happens?The drugs used for chemotherapy have one thing in common – they all are attracted to and attack cells that grow rapidly. Cancer cells, which are known for their infamous trait of multiplying speedily and spreading quickly, are naturally the best prey for chemotherapy drugs. They harm the DNA of each cancer cell. As a res ..read more